1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1748 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 88 L |
